It Takes all Kinds
And You Can Find Them Here
The American workforce has certainly changed in the 30+ years we’ve been in business—and much of that change is for the better. While we’ve gone through eras where some companies relied on formal programs to build their teams (“diversity programs” being the latest), the truth is it doesn’t take a program to find diversity. According to World Population Review, the United States is already one of the most naturally diverse countries in the world. That diversity has a very good chance of naturally flowing into the workplace if you just let it.
At Personnel Partners, we know that hiring the right person doesn’t happen by checking boxes. It comes from recognizing skill, potential, and perspective—and helping both employers and job seekers find the best fit. Whether you’re an employer looking to build a stronger team, or a job seeker trying to find a place where you can grow and be valued, here’s why the current hiring climate works in your favor.
Skills-Based Hiring is Making Headlines
Job seekers: If you’ve ever felt held back by a lack of a specific degree or traditional career path, there’s good news. Many employers are shifting toward skills-based hiring, which means they’re prioritizing what you can do over how you got here. Tip: Highlight your achievements, projects, certifications, or software skills in your résumé.
A Harvard Business Review study revealed that nearly half of U.S. employers have reduced degree requirements for middle-skill jobs, and nearly one-third have done so for high-skill jobs.
Employers: This approach helps you reach candidates with real-world experience, transferable skills, and untapped potential—many of whom bring fresh perspectives and diverse backgrounds. Tip: Include problem-solving scenarios in your interview questions to allow candidates to talk through exactly how they would handle a situation that comes up regularly in the position they hope to fill.
Staffing Agencies Provide Equal Opportunity by Default
Job seekers: One of the best ways to get noticed based on your actual skills is to go through a staffing agency like Personnel Partners. Why? Because we screen candidates based on ability, often without even a specific target job in mind. That’s a good thing!
When you interview here, you’re not trying to fit into one company’s existing mold. We make referrals that match a candidate’s strengths with office roles where we believe they would shine—based first on the data, skills and facts that need to match with the job description, and then on the soft skills and environmental factors such as company size or mission that both parties give as parameters for their ideal. We’ve been involved with literally thousands of candidates finding meaningful, long-term jobs that align with who they are and what they do best.
Employers: When you work with a staffing partner, you benefit from a broader candidate pool—and an objective evaluation process that helps prevent unconscious bias. Instead of looking around your office to see if it seems like someone will fit in, we are looking around our database to see who looks like your job description. We’ve helped hundreds of area businesses find thousands of new employees in this way, with one major client back in the day even saying, “How do you do this? You are better at my Affirmative Action program than I am, and I never even told you about it!”
Generational Diversity Is a Hidden Strength
One of the most exciting aspects of today’s workforce is the range of generations working together. Right now, it’s common to see Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z all sharing office space—each bringing something different to the table.
According to Pew Research Center, Gen Z is not only the youngest generation in the workforce, but also the most racially and ethnically diverse in U.S. history.
Why This Matters:
Employers gain a broader range of ideas, perspectives, and problem-solving styles.
Job seekers benefit from mentorship, fresh thinking, and inclusive team dynamics.
Each generation has its own strengths:
Gen Z: Digital natives, fast learners, innovation-driven
Millennials: Collaborative, mission-driven, adaptable
Gen X: Self-reliant, practical, experienced
Boomers: Loyal, relationship-oriented, leadership-focused
A SHRM article notes that companies who embrace generational diversity often see stronger collaboration leading to better business results.
How to Attract (and Fit In With) a Multigenerational Team
Employers: Want to appeal to this broader range of candidates?
Offer flexibility—remote/hybrid work (when appropriate) appeals to everyone.
Share your company culture on social media - candidates are checking you out there.
Provide development opportunities like cross-generational mentoring or upskilling.
Job Seekers: Want to thrive in a multigenerational workplace?
Learn how each age group communicates—some prefer email, others Slack. Know more than one method.
Stay curious and open-minded. Everyone brings value, and collaboration is key.
Be yourself—but professionally. Personality is an asset when it’s paired with good work habits and respect.
The Workforce Is Already Diverse—Now It’s Just About Access
At Personnel Partners, we’ve met over 50,000 office/administrative job seekers and we’re not done yet! Our database can always use more qualified candidates who want to be found if the right position comes along that is a great match for their talent. And we always welcome calls from employers who are wondering where to find someone new to add to the mix, whether for a permanent opening or a temporary project that needs just the right person to get it done well.
Ready to take the next step?
📨 Job Seekers: Submit your résumé today online.
💼 Employers: Ask about staffing your next position with someone exceptional.